To Catch a Smuggler

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  • TV-14
  • 2011
  • 5 Seasons
  • 6.9  (200)

To Catch a Smuggler is a gripping TV series produced by National Geographic that follows the daily activities of US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers as they work to prevent illegal goods from entering the country at JFK International Airport in New York City, one of the busiest airports in the world. Denise Toto, a veteran CBP officer with more than 25 years of experience, and Jim Finn, a former NYPD detective who became a CBP officer, lead the team of officers who are responsible for keeping the airport's borders safe. Every day, they have to deal with a wide range of threats, from drugs and contraband to guns, counterfeit products, and even wildlife smuggling. The show provides an inside look at the daily operations of the CBP officers, who work tirelessly to ensure that nothing is overlooked at the airport. The officers have to be vigilant and maintain a high level of attention to detail as smugglers use a variety of tactics to try and evade detection. To Catch a Smuggler shows how CBP officers use a wide range of equipment and technology to scan luggage and cargo, such as X-ray machines, radiation detectors, and drug-sniffing dogs. They also use their instincts, training, and experience to identify suspicious behavior and intercept illegal goods. The show is filled with suspenseful moments as the officers race against the clock to intercept smugglers before they can escape the airport. They often have to work in coordination with law enforcement agencies in other countries to track down the origin of illegal goods and the people behind smuggling operations. One particularly interesting aspect of the show is its focus on the human element of smuggling. Viewers get to see how smugglers try to conceal illegal goods using a range of imaginative methods, such as hiding drugs in everyday objects or sewing them into clothing. The show also highlights the social and economic factors that drive people to get involved in smuggling, such as poverty, greed, and desperation. To Catch a Smuggler is a must-watch for anyone interested in law enforcement, border security, or the fight against organized crime. The show provides a fascinating insight into the daily struggles of CBP officers as they try to keep America's borders safe. The show's production quality is excellent, with high-definition footage and dramatic reenactments of smuggling attempts that keep viewers on the edge of their seats. The production team also does an excellent job of explaining the technology and techniques used by CBP officers in a way that is easy to understand for laypeople. Overall, To Catch a Smuggler is an entertaining, informative, and thought-provoking show that provides a unique perspective on the world of smuggling and law enforcement. Denise Toto, Jim Finn, and the rest of the CBP team are true heroes who risk their lives every day to keep America safe, and this show is a testament to their bravery and dedication.

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It's Raining Meth
10. It's Raining Meth
March 10, 2023
CBP saves sacred African artifacts and finds a mega shipment of meth at LAX.
Guac and Coke
9. Guac and Coke
March 10, 2023
CBP finds 142 kilos of coke worth over $7 million in a shipment of avocados in Florida.
Meth in the City
8. Meth in the City
November 1, 2022
Summary is not available.
MDMA on the Move
7. MDMA on the Move
October 26, 2022
HSI tracks an ecstasy package through Chicago, while CBP finds fentanyl abandoned in a bathroom in Texas and searches travelers for narcotics at JFK.
Coke on the Water
6. Coke on the Water
October 19, 2022
HSI stakes out a cartel handoff of Cocaine in Texas, while CBP finds coke hidden on ships in Miami and screens for duty violations at JFK.
Blow Overboard
5. Blow Overboard
October 12, 2022
AMO agents in Puerto Rico chase smugglers at sea who toss their load overboard, while meth pops out of a car after a fender bender in El Paso.
Dark Net Dragnet
4. Dark Net Dragnet
October 5, 2022
Summary is not available.
Tunnel from Tijuana
3. Tunnel from Tijuana
September 28, 2022
AMO Puerto Rico sinks a marine smuggling op. In San Diego, HSI shuts down a tunnel dug under the border by a cartel, and a CBP K9 finds drugs in a car.
Talibani Treasure Trove
2. Talibani Treasure Trove
September 21, 2022
HSI busts a ketamine smuggler in Miami. K9s sniff out fentanyl in San Diego and JFK officers uncover ancient gold looted from Afghanistan.
Cocaine Snapper
1. Cocaine Snapper
September 14, 2022
HSI Miami catches a load of cocaine-filled fish; CBP San Diego fights human smuggling.
Description

To Catch a Smuggler is a gripping TV series produced by National Geographic that follows the daily activities of US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers as they work to prevent illegal goods from entering the country at JFK International Airport in New York City, one of the busiest airports in the world.

Denise Toto, a veteran CBP officer with more than 25 years of experience, and Jim Finn, a former NYPD detective who became a CBP officer, lead the team of officers who are responsible for keeping the airport's borders safe. Every day, they have to deal with a wide range of threats, from drugs and contraband to guns, counterfeit products, and even wildlife smuggling.

The show provides an inside look at the daily operations of the CBP officers, who work tirelessly to ensure that nothing is overlooked at the airport. The officers have to be vigilant and maintain a high level of attention to detail as smugglers use a variety of tactics to try and evade detection.

To Catch a Smuggler shows how CBP officers use a wide range of equipment and technology to scan luggage and cargo, such as X-ray machines, radiation detectors, and drug-sniffing dogs. They also use their instincts, training, and experience to identify suspicious behavior and intercept illegal goods.

The show is filled with suspenseful moments as the officers race against the clock to intercept smugglers before they can escape the airport. They often have to work in coordination with law enforcement agencies in other countries to track down the origin of illegal goods and the people behind smuggling operations.

One particularly interesting aspect of the show is its focus on the human element of smuggling. Viewers get to see how smugglers try to conceal illegal goods using a range of imaginative methods, such as hiding drugs in everyday objects or sewing them into clothing. The show also highlights the social and economic factors that drive people to get involved in smuggling, such as poverty, greed, and desperation.

To Catch a Smuggler is a must-watch for anyone interested in law enforcement, border security, or the fight against organized crime. The show provides a fascinating insight into the daily struggles of CBP officers as they try to keep America's borders safe.

The show's production quality is excellent, with high-definition footage and dramatic reenactments of smuggling attempts that keep viewers on the edge of their seats. The production team also does an excellent job of explaining the technology and techniques used by CBP officers in a way that is easy to understand for laypeople.

Overall, To Catch a Smuggler is an entertaining, informative, and thought-provoking show that provides a unique perspective on the world of smuggling and law enforcement. Denise Toto, Jim Finn, and the rest of the CBP team are true heroes who risk their lives every day to keep America safe, and this show is a testament to their bravery and dedication.

To Catch a Smuggler is a series that is currently running and has 5 seasons (60 episodes). The series first aired on November 27, 2011.

Where to Watch To Catch a Smuggler

To Catch a Smuggler is available for streaming on the National Geographic website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch To Catch a Smuggler on demand at Disney+, Google Play, Apple TV and National Geographic.

  • Premiere Date
    November 27, 2011
  • IMDB Rating
    6.9  (200)